About Us

For an appointment, please call 703-683-5555.

Blown...the Salon in Old Town Alexandria!

After 10 years as Studio 116, Blown...the Salon was founded in 2011 by Mason Shupe. It was founded on the principle of fun, talented professionals working together to make a more beautiful world. One in which you can feel confident and beautiful. With more than 100 years of combined experience, our stylists have the eye to recommend a style and color that works for your lifestyle and brings out the best in you.

We look forward to seeing you our very unique and welcoming home in Old Town Alexandria! Come be blown away…

Mission Statement

Our pledge to you (the individual, the community, the universal whole) is to create a positivity that enables growth not only in your own life but in ours as well. We are vested in the belief that as individuals we affect the whole. You should leave Blown…the Salon feeling and looking your best. Accomplishing this will have an effect that will carry throughout your personal and global environment. To this end we are utterly committed.

We are happy to recommend service providers in Old Town Alexandria and the surrounding community to help you look your best!

Make Up Artist, Stylist and Skin TechnicianRenowned makeup artist and media stylist, Lorna Basse, has nearly two decades of experience working with, and trusted by many of the most prominent personalities in America. For more about her services, visit her website at www.lornabasse.com.

Misha's CoffeeThe best coffee you'll ever have. No, really. Stop by their shop right across Patrick Street from our salon and try it for yourself. How do you think Mason gets through his long days in the salon? Check out their website at www.mishascoffee.com.

Trident CrossfitWe'll take care of your hair--Trident Crossfit will take care of your biceps and your spirit. How do you think Mason gets through his long days in the salon? With an early morning workout! Many of the staff here drink the koolaid. Give it a try at www.tridentcrossfitva.com.